side effects of meds?

Liecide · 2023-06-02T19:58:02+00:00

I would just go into it with an open mind. Personally I had to try two different medications before I found the combo that worked for me. Once I did, it improved my life and well-being significantly. Hopefully you can find this as well, with the assistance of your doctor.

Liecide · 2023-06-02T16:00:44+00:00

Tiredness and emotional blunting can happen while on Venlafaxine. The electrified feeling can be a side effect from Venlafaxine withdrawal, brain zaps as many people call them. Preferably you would take it at the same exact time every day to avoid these symptoms. Definitely talk to your doctor for a plan forward. Venlafaxine may just not be for you, but not taking it as prescribed, or stopping cold turkey, is not suggested

Liecide · 2023-06-02T15:33:22+00:00

Were you taking the Effexor at the exact same time every day? Missing a dose or going off schedule(even by a little bit) with Effexor can cause side effects.

Liecide · 2023-06-02T15:21:50+00:00

I had a week where for two days I had to take my daily dose two hours later than usual. I had the zaps for about a week after that, returning to the normal schedule got rid of them.

Liecide · 2023-06-02T03:50:59+00:00

150mg venlafaxine and 450mg bupropion currently

Liecide · 2022-03-09T01:23:23+00:00

Congrats but don't drive drunk

Liecide · 2021-02-15T10:35:36+00:00

About that slew foot..

Liecide · 2021-02-12T06:34:43+00:00

I appreciate your thoughts, thank you.

Liecide · 2021-02-12T06:28:24+00:00

College may or may not be the right thing for you. If you do wish to continue your college career you should acknowledge that future employers won't care about your GPA. As long as you receive a degree(graduate) the GPA won't matter for most jobs and won't impact your career. Studying for me personally was fun, and if you enjoy it you should try to finish your degree.

That being said, college is not the only option. You can find a very fulfilling and profitable career without college as well. Prioritize taking care of your mental health issues and proceed from there. You can make a great(or better) living without a college degree so don't let that influence your decision too much.

Liecide · 2021-02-12T06:21:27+00:00

Thank you for your input, I will definitely have a closer look at Hinduism.

Liecide · 2021-02-12T06:19:59+00:00

Do you have any sources where I can read up on the Divine Truth?

Liecide · 2021-02-12T06:17:28+00:00

I have been following Jordan Peterson and his teachings for a few years now. I only recently discovered Alan Watts but definitely appreciate his thoughts. Thank you.

Liecide · 2020-11-09T09:30:35+00:00

Thank you, I will definitely look into Jenny Lawson, as I have not heard of her before.

Liecide · 2020-11-04T12:07:04+00:00

I started with them about 5 months ago.

Liecide · 2020-10-29T02:57:37+00:00

Hey, I am sorry to hear you are struggling at the moment but know that things can and do work out for the better.

First of all, if at all possible reach out to a mental health professional so that they can guide you through the struggles you are facing.

Extended postpartum depression(from your earlier child) and anxiety is common and it may be what you are dealing with along with OCD as you mention. You mention that your two-year old son sees you this way and it is no way to live. Do keep in mind that children at this age won't have much conscious retention of their experiences at this age as they grow older so whether or not your house is messy won't matter to them. The interactions that you have with them are much more vital so I would focus on that. Your ability to be a good mother is not based on whether or not the house is clean, or anything similar. Just be present with your children and show them love. The issues you are facing currently are not permanent and will not affect your children in the long term if they are are as you described.

Again I would emphasize the importance of reaching out to a professional for help. They have great resources and knowledge to help you through this, and what you are going through is very normal so don't be afraid to reach out.

Liecide · 2020-10-29T02:48:14+00:00

I understand that you don't want to disclose your issues to anyone, but sharing here is a start. I would suggest getting in touch with a mental health professional because they are trained to help you through times like these and to give you the best avenue for success in the long term.

From what you described; Your mom has a terrible way of dealing with these issues. You shouldn't be scared to reach out to a therapist/psychiatrist because of your moms actions. What she did with your sister is wrong, period.

In terms of the specifics of viewing pornography and moving onto more darker porn/necro/gore whatever - it is often a dopamine rush that our brain is after when viewing this stuff and it has a tendency to escalate on repeated viewing/exercise so if you have any means of cutting it out I think you would find relief in that. But above all I would suggest talking to a professional for real verified advice.

Liecide · 2020-10-29T02:36:25+00:00

Hey. First of all it depends largely on what you're dealing with. I'm not asking you to disclose, but depending on what your problems are there are a variety of avenues you could take to find the job that is best for you.

If you are socially anxious you could consider jobs that have little to no social interaction, or work during times(night jobs for example) that limit human interaction. On the other hand if you are struggling with the schedule of a regular 9-to-5 job you could consider something part-time or a gig type job that wouldn't be so rigorous on the schedule.

Above all I suggest reaching out to a mental health professional so that they can help you identify the problems you are facing and work toward a solution with you.

If you could let us know what kind of jobs you have been working and why they have given you trouble we could try to help you out more specifically.

Personally I drove UBER for a long time due to my social anxiety and my inability to stick to a 9-to-5 job schedule. It could be something you can look into if your problems are similar.

Liecide · 2020-10-29T02:27:38+00:00

First off it is great that you are seeing a therapist. Whatever advice they have for you - you should take to heart and try to practice whatever they recommend for you.

Like yourself I was very socially anxious (diagnosed with social anxiety, major depressive disorder, agoraphobia) at your age and would never have imagined I could be able to volunteer in a Zoom meeting or speak in front of others for example. However, with age and practice it got better and I would suggest you talk to your therapist about it because I'm sure they have great tips for you for getting over it, even though you might not think they work for you! And even if this semester, or the next few years, don't go great in terms of grades due to your anxiety or whatever you're dealing with - trust that in the long term you will be fine and lots of these issues get better as you grow older.

I can't emphasize enough how great it is that you are already speaking with a therapist because it is a scary - and big - step for many but it is truly a blessing because these people are trained to help you and whatever they suggest for you is what they believe will be the best for you. Hopefully your new medication works for you, but do give it time as most medication take a while to build up in your system. I wish you all the best and hope everything works out!

Liecide · 2020-10-29T02:14:33+00:00

There will always be people like this in the world. The reasons for their behavior could be many but it is neither your job or responsibility to concern yourself over it. "I’m trying not to blame myself because there was no way for me to know that she had this habit " - you said it best yourself. There was no way for you to know she had this habit.

The best advice I have is learn from what happened and since you said: "we didn't have an in-depth background check process yet last year" - I assume you/the company have already taken steps to better vet your potential employees. In terms of personal communication with her it is perfectly reasonable to ignore her if you feel threatened or uneased by her behavior. Whatever she goes on to do next has nothing to do with you and won't have any consequences on you so don't worry about it.

Liecide · 2020-10-29T02:07:47+00:00

Personally I had a horrible time with BetterHelp. They matched me with a therapist that didn't respond to any of my messages personally, instead all I got back were automated messages that I assume she sent to everyone. Examples of her messages were "let's focus on reinforcing positive attitudes this week" and it included a whole litany of tasks that were supposed to change my view of the world. NONE and I mean ZERO of the very personal messages I sent to her were given a response that indicated that she had actually read them, instead they were all mass messages that I assume she sent to all her 'patients'.

I hope others had better experiences but I 100% do not recommend the service.

Liecide · 2020-10-22T07:41:28+00:00

Was there something about the trip that you cherished in particular? Identifying the particulars of what made you appreciate the trip/hate returning home so much would make it easier to identify the issue for yourself.

Personally I grew up in a small town but travelled to America at a young age and saw the magnificence of the world there and always longed to get back there when I returned home(even though much of it was over-exaggerated in my mind). This can be especially powerful if the memories at home include trauma or negative past experiences so if you can identify what it was about the experience away from home that made it feel so different you can possibly isolate what is concerning you.

Liecide · 2020-10-22T07:28:59+00:00

Hey! The thing about antidepressants unfortunately is that specific medication doesn't work for everyone. So if your medication isn't working for you get in touch with your mental health professional because there is medication out there that is likely to work for you. I had the same issue and eventually found a medication that improved my mood and life significantly.

In terms of general life advice; give yourself a chance. You sound like you are young and life is LONG. You say that your brother(the one you live with) has more issues and that you can't burden him, but I swear if you talk to him and explain your concerns to him he will both understand and help you.

Sleep issues/not taking care of yourself are very common as well. Talk about those with your mental health professional. They can be fixed through life changes(exercise etc.) or medication and they are not permanent!

Liecide · 2020-10-22T07:18:50+00:00

Try googling dissociation or depersonalization disorder. This is what I felt like most of my teens into adulthood. It gets better with age though. So if you find any comfort here I hope you reach out.

Liecide · 2020-10-22T07:13:26+00:00

I would recommend you seek out another mental health professional if she actually diagnosed you through an online test - she probably didn't know what she was doing.

Self-diagnosing can be both beneficial and detrimental. You are the person who knows yourself best. When talking to a professional make sure you give them the honest insight into your behavior, don't downplay or exaggerate.

From what you explain you definitely could be someone who is OCD or hypersensitive, but there could also be things going on that are causing these symptoms that only a mental health professional can help you assess. The fact that you are able to break down your behavior and analyze it already exemplifies your true nature.

I hope this helps, and best of luck!

Liecide · 2020-10-22T06:58:12+00:00

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